The Great Australian Science Book

Author: Luke O'Neill and Linda Fährlin

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Discover amazing science, from the universe to Planet Earth, the human body and the very small!

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Summary

Discover amazing science, from the universe to Planet Earth, the human body and the very small!

Description

How do we measure the universe? How do our bodies repair themselves when we are ill? What species will exist on Earth in a million years' time?Discover the answers to these questions and a lot more in The Great Australian Science Book. We’ll go on an incredible scientific journey from the very, very BIG to the very, very SMALL.Starting with the universe itself, we will travel through the galaxies and stars, onto our very own planet Earth and across its fabulous features, into our wonderful bodies and all their cells, and on down to the very elements and atoms that make up all things.Discover how Australia has made huge contributions to science and do a few experiments yourself as you learn to think like a scientist.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8 to 14.The Great Australian Science Book is an adaptation of The Great Irish Science Book (Gill Books, 2019).

Critic Reviews

"Full of fabulous facts, detailed graphic style images in full colour, tables and diagrams, this treasure trove of information will engage those competent readers that love science and want to explore further." -- Kathryn Beilby ReadPlus
"This book specifically written for the Australian and New Zealand market, and addressed directly at the reader, they will realise that they too can think like a scientist and start to make sense of their world." -- Barbara Braxton The Bottom Shelf
"This is another encyclopedic style book which is so beautifully presented that it’s a pleasure to peruse." -- Sue Warren Just So Stories

About the Author

Luke O'Neill is Professor of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin. He has a PhD in Pharmacology (the science of medicines) and hopes that his research might lead to new treatments for inflammatory diseases. Linda Fährlin is a visual artist with extensive experience developing artworks and illustrations. Originally from Stockholm, she worked in Australia for many years. Linda often draws inspiration from science and believes that art and science can both change the way we see the world.